Cost Accountant - Monroe Area

The Pivot Group

Michigan

Sur place

USD 67 000 - 101 000

Plein temps

Il y a 2 jours

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Résumé du poste

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan connects manufacturers in Monroe and surrounding areas with Cost Accountant opportunities. This role focuses on cost analysis, inventory valuations, and standard costing to drive financial efficiency.

Responsibilities include month-end close, BOM reviews, inventory counts, cost reports by product line, budgeting for production costs, and variance analysis. This position offers exposure to manufacturing leaders and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
Two or more years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of standard costing and variance analysis.
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced spreadsheet skills.
Understanding of inventory valuation and month end close processes.
Ability to communicate cost data clearly to non financial teams.

Responsabilités

Perform month end close activities including inventory reconciliations and journal entries.
Review bills of materials and routings for accuracy and cost impact.
Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
Prepare cost reports and margin analysis by product line.
Assist with budgeting and forecasting for production costs.
Investigate cost discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
Prepare and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
Analyze manufacturing variances and report findings to operations and finance leaders.

Connaissances

Cost accounting experience

Standard costing

Variance analysis

Inventory valuation

Month end close

Communication of cost data

Lean manufacturing

Formation

Bachelor degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CMA certification

Outils

ERP systems

Advanced spreadsheet skills

Description du poste

Job Description

Cost Accountant | Monroe, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $101,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Monroe area seeking experienced Cost Accountants.

This posting covers Cost Accountant opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Monroe in Monroe County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Dundee, Flat Rock, Carleton, and Rockwood.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Monroe area that add Cost Accountants to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

Perform month end close activities including inventory reconciliations and journal entries.
Review bills of materials and routings for accuracy and cost impact.
Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
Prepare cost reports and margin analysis by product line.
Assist with budgeting and forecasting for production costs.
Investigate cost discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
Prepare and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
Analyze manufacturing variances and report findings to operations and finance leaders.

Recommended Qualifications

Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
Two or more years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of standard costing and variance analysis.
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced spreadsheet skills.
Understanding of inventory valuation and month end close processes.
Ability to communicate cost data clearly to non financial teams.

Bonus Qualifications

Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
Familiarity with activity based costing methods.
Exposure to audit support and internal controls.
Experience with data visualization or reporting tools.
CPA or CMA certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Cost Analyst, Financial Analyst Manufacturing, Accounting Analyst, Senior Cost Accountant, Standard Cost Analyst, Operations Accountant, Manufacturing Accountant, Plant Accountant, Inventory Accountant

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

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